This autumn, escape the ordinary and immerse in the rich cultural tapestry, spiritual heritage, and vibrant seasonal bounties of Japan’s southern paradise. From September through November 2026, HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island and HOSHINOYA Okinawa offer exclusive autumn programs designed to connect deeply with the true spirit of the islands through traditional music, sacred rituals, craft workshops, and culinary excellence.
Autumn is the most significant time of year to experience the local lifestyle on Taketomi Island, which is anchored by the community philosophy of Utsugumi, the spirit of mutual cooperation. Because the island was formed from raised coral reef, its thin soil historically made agriculture remarkably challenging. Survival in this environment relied on community collaboration and a deep connection to nature, leading the islanders to create a unique calendar that tracks the seasons by the names of local winds and expresses their gratitude through 22 annual festivals scheduled by the Chinese zodiac to safeguard their way of life.
To share this heritage, HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island will offer "Akikaji Island Time" (Akikaji meaning autumn wind) from September 1 to November 30, 2026, highlighting the island's preserved agricultural customs and seasonal arts.
"Yunagi" Evening Melodies
Each evening, local musicians perform seasonal pieces on the sanshin, a traditional three-stringed lute, at the Yuntaku Lounge. The repertoire includes sacred melodies usually reserved for the historic Tanadui Festival, the island's largest annual celebration, which carries a 600-year history and is designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.
Daily, 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM / Location: Yuntaku Lounge / Price: Free / No reservation required.
Autumn Ritual Breakfast
Served in the main Dining area, this breakfast incorporates ingredients tied to autumn celebrations. The menu features traditional dishes such as Pintaku, an auspicious combination of garlic and octopus, alongside other seasonal island staples designed to provide an energizing start to the day.
Daily, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (Last order 9:30 AM) / Location: Dining / Price: 4,961 JPY per person (tax and service charge included).
"Harusa" Farmer's Lunch
This specialized lunch menu features the island's five foundational grains and Shimahitati, an artisanal soy sauce revived by local volunteers after its production had ceased. The main course features gnocchi made from local Taketomi sweet potatoes harvested specifically during the fall.
Daily, 12:00 PM to 1:45 PM / Location: Dining / Price: 4,000 JPY per person (tax and service charge included).
Autumn Field Crafting Activity
Guests can work alongside resort staff members who are experts in local agriculture to participate in the traditional harvesting, threshing, and refining processes of island grains. Following the hands-on session in the resort’s private fields, guests are served Iyachi, a traditional food distributed during the Tanadui Festival, inside their pavilion to enhance their understanding of local harvest prayers.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30 AM / Capacity: 1 group (up to 3 guests) / Price: 4,000 JPY per person (tax and service charge included) / Reservation required by 5:00 PM the prior day.
Five-Grain Amulet Weaving Workshop
Using a 100-year-old traditional loom, participants weave a personalized charm pouch using threads naturally dyed with local plants. The finished pouch is then filled with protective sea salt and five varieties of grains harvested directly from the resort garden.
Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM / Capacity: 1 group (up to 2 guests) per session / Price: 4,000 JPY per person (tax and service charge included) / Reservation required by 10:00 AM on the day of.
Beginning September 21, 2026, HOSHINOYA Okinawa will present an autumn journey showcasing the sophisticated performing arts and culinary heritage developed during the golden age of the Ryukyu Kingdom. During this era of vibrant maritime trade, the kingdom established high standards of hospitality to welcome foreign envoys, known as Sappoushi.
As the refreshing Miinishi, the cool northern breeze signaling the transition from summer, begins to blow across the resort’s infinity pool, guests can participate in traditional evening customs tied to the old lunar calendar.
An Evening of Ryukyu Performing Arts 
Guests can enjoy front-row seats poolside for classical Ryukyu dances originally performed for royal guests. While listening to the music of the sanshin, guests will be served Fuchagi, a traditional steamed mochi coated in red beans enjoyed during the Autumn Equinox to pray for health, and Chikuzaki, or Chrysanthemum sake, a traditional Awamori infusion historically crafted to ward off misfortune.
Daily, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Performance 6:30 PM to 6:50 PM, traditional Karate demonstrations on weekends) / Location: Poolside / Price: Free / No reservation required.
Chrysanthemum Scented Sachet Crafting
Inspired by the ancient Ryukyu custom of Kiku-makura, which refers to chrysanthemum pillows used to promote rest and longevity, guests can blend their own aromatic sachet. Local botanicals, including dried chrysanthemum, Gettou (shell ginger), and Shikuwasa citrus, can be mixed and taken back to guest pavilions to encourage a restful night's sleep.
Daily, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM / Price: Free / No reservation required.
"Shusai" Autumn Color Dessert Course
Available from October 1 to November 26, 2026, this multi-course dessert experience highlights Okinawa’s famous Beni-imo, the regional purple sweet potato. The menu features a tasting profile of various local sweet potato varieties and concludes with a freshly baked Beni-imo flan pâtissier prepared directly in front of the guests.
Oct 1 to Nov 26, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM / Price: 9,680 JPY per person (tax and service charge included, accommodation fee excluded) / Reservation required 1 week in advance via website.
"Seaside Yachimun Market" Afternoon Tea
Held at the adjacent BANTA CAFE by Hoshino Resorts from October 31 to November 23, 2026, the "Seaside Yachimun Market" celebrates local Okinawan pottery, known as Yachimun. Afternoon tea bookings include accommodation on a private, reserved seaside terrace to enjoy local savories and sweets served on unique, hand-fired dishes. A traditional Yushibin, a historical Ryukyu ceramic vessel used for celebrating with Awamori, is creatively used as the afternoon teapot.
Oct 31 to Nov 23, 2026, 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM slots / Capacity: 2 groups per day (2 to 4 guests per group) / Price: 10,000 JPY for 2 people (tax and service charge included) / Reservation required.
About HOSHINOYA
Luxury hotel embodying the true characteristics of land, history, and culture
HOSHINOYA is an accommodation with distinct themes, conceptualized from each location's land, history, and culture. Woven into these distinct themes is our attention to detail in every aspect from the design to hospitality; contributing to the creation of a one-of-a-kind world of HOSHINOYA. The brand celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025 and is set to expand with the openings of HOSHINOYA Nara Prison in 2026 and HOSHINOYA Asuka in 2027. Enrich the heart with the epiphanies of travel through a unique stay experience.
About Hoshino Resorts
Hoshino Resorts was first established as a Japanese inn/ryokan in 1914 in Karuizawa in Nagano Prefecture before it began the operation of other resorts in Japan. Today, it has evolved into a highly influential hotel management company and is run by 4th-generation family member Yoshiharu Hoshino. Providing a unique experience focused on the local charms of each destination and a high level of omotenashi, Japanese-style hospitality, the company has expanded rapidly out of Karuizawa since 2001 and now operates more than 70 accommodations both in and outside Japan with one of the following categories: luxury hotel brand "HOSHINOYA", hot spring ryokan brand "KAI", countryside resort hotel brand "RISONARE", city tourism hotel brand "OMO", free-spirited hotel brand "BEB", mountain hotel brand "LUCY" or other unique lodgings.
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